Dragons
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Our verdict
The definitive dumpling and yum cha destination, this is the place where you can feast on a multiplicity of menu items true to their Chinese origins. Sunday lunch is peak-traffic time at this family-owned restaurant. Can’t decide? Don’t fret: platters and tasters allay any indecision and there are plenty of popular dumplings.
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- Address
- 25, Tory Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6001, New Zealand
- Phone
- 04 384 3288
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 11 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pmSat 10:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pmSun 10:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–9:30 pm
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The menu
What to order
- Black truffle and prawn dumplings
- Barbecue pork buns
- Five-spiced slow-cooked duck
- Seafood boil
The definitive dumpling and yum cha destination, this is the place where you can feast on a multiplicity of menu items true to their Chinese origins. Sunday lunch is peak-traffic time at this family-owned restaurant. Can’t decide? Don’t fret: platters and tasters allay any indecision and there are plenty of popular dumplings.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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- Standalone
- Private Dining
- Corkage Allowed
- Byob
- Local Sourcing
- Family Style
- A La Carte
- Small Plates
- Tea
- Wine
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Options
- Pescatarian Friendly
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
- Tuesday
- 11 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
- Wednesday
- 11 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
- Thursday
- 11 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
- Friday
- 11 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
- Saturday
- 10:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
- Sunday
- 10:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–9:30 pm
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
A bustling and cavernous traditional dining hall adorned with quirky art, giant murals, and embossed tablecloths, filled with rolling dim sum trolleys.












